1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1975 Innocenti Mini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Innocenti Mini (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Innocenti Mini | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Wartburg |
| Model | Mini | 312 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2460 mm |
